Established in 2009, Sproutflix curates the world’s most comprehensive selection of films celebrating the lives and stories of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our collection, which includes over 290 titles, is a testament to the depth and diversity of these individuals’ experiences.
We are dedicated to fostering authentic representation, dismantling misconceptions, and championing the beauty of diversity through cinema. At Sproutflix, we are united by the belief that film is a powerful catalyst for inspiration, education, and transformation.
All the films in the Sproutflix catalogue are available for rental and download. The costs are noted on the film’s details page. For rentals the video file will remain on the platform. For download purchases the actual video file will be sent to you.
DVDs can be purchased for select films.
Ignite conversations and engage your audience with custom-designed Sproutflix playlists. Simply select your desired films and the duration of access to calculate the cost. We’ll craft a personalized, shareable playlist that delivers a seamless viewing experience, perfect for sparking meaningful discussions in any setting.
What Ben likes about acting is “staring at people, speaking like an American and acting as a different person.”
Join Noëll and Gerrit on a transformative road trip where they discover freedom, trust, and their true selves.
A strong mosaic narration representing three people of different ethnic origin having a physical or mental disability.
A realistic and loving portrait of Marni and Kris, who were married in 1993 and live in NYC.
Laura, Tim W and Tim S were born with developmental disabilities and are now living outside an institution for the first time.
A music video of improvisational musicians from a Hamburg community of people with developmental disabilities.
If acting wasn’t a hard enough job to land, throw in being disabled and see what reaction you’d get.
A short poem written by Paul Quinn and recited by Juan Garcia – two people with developmental disabilities.
A touching, personal and sensitive poem written by Nancy Brown & Vicky Reaves and recited / performed by Nadirah McFadden.
An inspiring, heart-warming story about Cory: a brilliant and talented 11 year-old boy with autism with a passion for dogs.
Martin is severely brain damaged due to a car accident, and can no longer move or speak. Martin used to live life in the fast lane.
A trip between the real and the imaginary as characters dance to the rhythm of hope in a world without future.
A poem written by Emily Meek in which she states a variety of her wishes. A Sproutflix Production.
Benjamin was 7 years old when he moved to Toronto. His neighbor Ramzi was 18 months old at the time. Within a year the boys had become best friends.
A group of women explore their own lives and memories through drawings and animations the director created from their artwork.
The story of a man who copes with his disability by living through his dreams.
A young adult with severe autism, Alex is functionally non-verbal and makes what we in the verbal world call art.
Karla has the sweetest big brother she could hope for. Nordahl loves cuddles and he’s a fun playmate. He also needs lots of care.
Tanner discusses the time when he learned about his diagnosis of being autistic, and how it has actually helped him.
Lori and Peter are showing how people with intellectual disabilities can live, work and thrive in a community.
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